The minute a person whose word means a great deal dares to take the open-hearted and courageous way, many others will follow.

We are all here to have a kind of living of our own and to be recognized for what we are.

Marian Anderson (1897-1993) was an American contralto whose deep, rich voice presented a variety of music from opera to spirituals. She performed in many venues in both Europe and the United States for nearly 40 years.